Artwork

Tantric Manuscript "Sangrahani Sutra"

Tantric Manuscript "Sangrahani Sutra", by Unknown, unspecified
Tantric Manuscript "Sangrahani Sutra", by Unknown, unspecified

Tantric Manuscript "Sangrahani Sutra" is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.

About this work

Overview

The 'Sangrahani Sutra' is a Tantric manuscript page depicted in a painting, characterized by intricate curved lines forming half-circular patterns in red and yellow, interspersed with unreadable, non-English script.

Subject & Meaning

The subject revolves around Tantric Buddhist or Hindu scriptures, with the 'Sangrahani Sutra' specifically, implying themes of spiritual knowledge, rituals, or philosophical teachings embedded within the illustrated text.

Technique & Style

Executed in red and yellow, the painting features curved, half-circular line work and indecipherable script, suggesting a style that blends the illustrative traditions of Tantric manuscripts with possibly folk or regional artistic influences.

History & Provenance

While the painting's age and origin are implied by its 'old and important' appearance, specific historical or provenance details are not provided, leaving its exact date and creation context unclear.

Context

Similar artworks can be studied at institutions like the Detroit Institute of Arts, implying the piece's style and subject matter are part of a broader, collectible category of Tantric or South Asian religious manuscripts.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known